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English (Original Instructions)
WARNING
Neglected or poorly conducted maintenance may
create additional hazards. Do not attempt to repair or
maintain this product if you are not quali
fi
ed to do so.
If in doubt, return to a service centre for professional
assistance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, lubricant, grease.
WARNING
Do not at any time let brake
fl
uids, petrol, petroleum-
based products, penetrating lubricants, etc., come
in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage,
weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious
personal injury.
You can often make adjustments and repairs described in
this manual. For other repairs, have the trimmer serviced
by a service dealer.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER (FIG. 9)
A dirty air
fi
lter will cause starting dif
fi
culty, loss of
performance, and shorten the life span of the engine.
Check the air
fi
lter monthly. For best performance, replace
the air
fi
lter at least once a year.
■
Loosen the air filter cover (item 21) by turning the knob
(item 22) counterclockwise.
■
Remove the air filter (item 20).
■
Clean the foam filter element with warm soapy water.
Rinse and let dry.
NOTE:
If the foam
fi
lter element is damaged, it should be
replaced.
■
Apply a light coat of engine oil to the foam filter
element, then squeeze it out.
■
Reinstall the air filter.
NOTE:
Make sure the
fi
lter is seated properly inside the
cover. Installing the
fi
lter incorrectly will allow dirt to enter
the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
■
Reinstall the cover and tighten knob to secure.
WARNING
Make sure the trimmer head stops rotating when you
release the trigger. Contact with a rotating trimmer head
could cause personal injury.
CHECKING THE FUEL CAP
WARNING
A leaking fuel cap is a
fi
re hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable
fi
lter and
check valve. A clogged fuel
fi
lter causes poor engine
performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap
is loosened, the check valve may be faulty or the
fi
lter may
be clogged. Replace the fuel cap if necessary.
REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG (FIG. 10)
This engine uses a Champion RCJ6Y or NGK BPMR7A
spark plug. Use an exact replacement and replace
annually.
Follow these steps to replace the spark plug.
■
Remove the spark plug boot (item 23).
■
Loosen the spark plug (item 24) by turning it
counterclock wise with a 16mm socket.
■
Remove the spark plug.
■
Hand thread the new spark plug, turning it clockwise.
■
Tighten with a socket. Do not overtighten.
CAUTION
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will seriously damage the engine.
CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTOR (FIG. 11)
Follow these steps to clean the spark arrestor.
■
Locate the spark arrestor (item 25) through the hole on
the muffler exit hole.
■
Remove the spark arrestor using needle-nosed pliers.
■
Clean the spark arrestor with a small wire brush.
■
Replace the spark arrester.
STORING THE PRODUCT
Storing the product differs depending on the amount of
time it will be in storage.
Follow these steps for short term product storage.
■
Clean all foreign material from the product.
■
Store the product in a well-ventilated place that is
inaccessible to children.
If you do not intend to use the product for more than one
month, follow the storage procedures below.
■
Drain all fuel from the tank into a container approved
for petrol.
